Lennea10
In the Brooder
- Sep 2, 2016
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I have some conflicting information on treating scaly leg mites in chickens. After consulting a vet, the most effective way to treat is to use the Ivermectin 1% injectable solution as a topical, dosed by weight and applied in a series of 3, every 2 weeks. My concern is the egg withdrawal time is 8 weeks according to FARAD. I cannot find any other documented evidence from a reliable source.
Some suggest Sevin dust but carbaryl powder is not approved in chickens and is not recommended. The only other option I am left with is Prozap power with permethrin and applying Vaseline to the legs to help suffocate them.
I am worried that the powder will not be as effective and want relief for my babies as soon as possible. I am also worried about the cold temperatures and treating effectively. Does anyone have documentation on egg withdrawal time that contradicts FARAD?
Some suggest Sevin dust but carbaryl powder is not approved in chickens and is not recommended. The only other option I am left with is Prozap power with permethrin and applying Vaseline to the legs to help suffocate them.
I am worried that the powder will not be as effective and want relief for my babies as soon as possible. I am also worried about the cold temperatures and treating effectively. Does anyone have documentation on egg withdrawal time that contradicts FARAD?